"The only civilized way to resolve problems between two states is establishment of diplomatic relations." |
EXTRACTS FROM AN ANNOUNCEMENT DRAWN UP IN MAY 2008 ON THE BASIS OF HARUN Yahya'S WORKS
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STATEMENTS FROM ADNAN OKTAR'S INTERVIEW WITH AZERBAIJAN TELEVISION (JUNE 11, 2008) Presenter: What are your ideas regarding Azerbaijan? As you know, like some other countries, part of Azerbaijan is currently under foreign occupation. There is the region of Karabakh. You have already referred to the Lachin Corridor before the interview. We were amazed you remembered the name. Most people are unaware of it. What is your opinion on the subject? There is the Armenian occupation of our territory. The problems regarding Karabakh, and then the Hocali massacre. Adnan Oktar: This Lachin Corridor has been a subject of grave concern to me for many years. It needs to be opened up at once. Two states, one nation. Both sides are Turks and Muslims. The difference between them is purely artificial. It is like dividing [the Turkish cities of] Ankara and Konya. The division of these two countries is no less illogical than that. The Karabakh problem must be resolved with rational-minded negotiations with the Armenians. That is also to their advantage. Having Turkey and Azerbaijan lined up against them is the last thing the Armenians should want. That would be the worst possible mistake. It should adopt Turkey and Azerbaijan as friends and seek their support. The immediate resolution of the Karabakh dispute and the opening of the corridor are of vital importance. That is how to develop strong links to Turkey. It is vital, and by no means impossible. It can easily be done. It can be done with a diplomatic arrangement. But the will has to be there. Presenter: This has not been managed over the last 10 years. Diplomatic moves are still under way. Adnan Oktar: There needs to be huge public pressure. You must stir Turkey up, and Azerbaijan, and even Armenia. You must say, "Let us clear the way." Let us support Armenia and revitalize its economy. Come and work with us. And we will work with you. Come to Azerbaijan and work however you want. And let the Azeris work in your territory. But let's sort this matter out first. Let us end this unjust occupation and clear the way ahead. Let us make one nation out of two states. Presenter: In other words it is the first step toward a Turkish-Islamic Union. Adnan Oktar: It is essential. That is the first fruit. |